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Wrongful Dismissal in Ontario – What Comes Next?

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Are you experiencing wrongful dismissal in Ontario? You may be wondering what comes next and what actions to take. We can help you navigate this confusing time.

Losing a job can be stressful, disappointing and frustrating. We depend on our jobs for stability and when there is a sudden change, you may be left wondering if you were treated fairly. Ontario law gives you rights and entitlements but they may not be what you\’re expecting — we can help decipher what actions you can take to exercise your rights and receive what you are entitled to.

In what situation should you hire an employment lawyer?

Here are some circumstances where our attorneys can give valuable advice:

  • You have been dismissed and a termination package was issued to you
  • You were dismissed and were not provided with any notice or compensation
  • You think you may be dismissed from your job in the near future
  • Your work or pay has changed fundamentally without your approval or agreement
  • You are being harassed by your boss, manager, another supervisory worker or colleagues at work
  • You are being treated differently or discriminated against due to your age, race, ethnicity, place of origin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, illness or disability
  • There are restrictions on what you are allowed to participate in post-employment
Some employers have begun using COVID-19 as a pretext for firing employees and thinning their workforces on the cheap. Remember, if you have never been laid off and there is no contract saying you can be laid off, then a lay off is in law a dismissal and you can treat it as such and sue for damages.  
 
Also, employers use contracts much more commonly these days. If you can, before signing cross out sentences giving the employer the right to terminate you without cause by complying with the Employment Standards Act only.    Such provisions rob you of your more generous entitlement at common law of the right to reasonable notice or pay in lieu thereof.   

If a workplace dispute arises, whether termination, bullying, harassment , discrimination or contractual, it is a good time to consider getting a lawyer on your side. We are here for you, give us a call at (519) 658-6341 to speak with us regarding your unique situation.

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